Overview
Joan Rivers
Known For
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: 10th Anniversary Special
Jimmy Fallon celebrates 10 years as host of The Tonight...
Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed
This timely exploration of Hollywood and LGBTQ+ identity examines the...
The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up
In this comedy special, Jon Stewart, John Mulaney, Chelsea Handler...
Live at Mister Kelly's
The iconic Mister Kelly’s bedazzled the country by launching superstars...
Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It
Rita Moreno defied both her humble upbringing and relentless racism...
Biography
Joan Alexandra Molinsky, known professionally as Joan Rivers (June 8, 1933 – September 4, 2014) ,was an American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and television host. She was noted for her often controversial comedic persona—heavily self-deprecating and sharply acerbic, especially towards celebrities and politicians.